Columbia to open only Scottish store at Livingston Designer Outlet

US retail giant Columbia Sportswear is to make its Scotland debut at the Livingston Designer Outlet. The brand is set to open its new space on 16 October, strengthening the destination’s outdoor offer while also “filling a gap in the Scottish market and supporting Columbia’s wider UK and European growth momentum”.

Livingston, which is Scotland’s largest outlet destination, will see the brand open a 2,359 sq ft space, allowing for a vast array of  the outdoor clothing and accessories the brand’s known for. Consumers can expect up to 30% off retail price within the new store, “further underscoring the advantages of retail shopping”.

Marcel Miséré, Europe retail director for Columbia Sportswear, said: “We’re seeing exceptional performance across our European and UK locations, with strong like-for-like sales growth. We’re confident that our new store in Livingston will contribute meaningfully to this momentum and strengthen our presence in the UK market. As we look ahead, we remain committed to expanding our footprint across Europe and the UK, with several exciting store openings planned in the coming year.”

With Columbia  joining peers The North Face and Regatta Great Outdoors, the centre’s operator spokesman, Nick Lovell, added: “The arrival of Columbia adds to [our outdoor offer] significantly. The brand’s first Scottish store is an exciting addition for our existing and new customers, while it also aligns with our vision to grow quality retail offering and provided added value within the centre.”